Crown Prince Li Zheng looked at Li Ye with a sneer.
I really don't understand why I did such a stupid thing.
Although some officials felt that it was very satisfying to deal with the barbarian delegation, they could not find an excuse to help Li Ye.
After all, no matter how ruthlessly the two countries fought, they could not treat the members of the diplomatic corps in this way.
What Li Ye did was definitely wrong and would have serious consequences.
Li Xuantian looked at Li Ye expressionlessly and said sternly, "Li Ye, is that really the case?"
Li Ye calmly bowed and saluted before answering, "Your Majesty, this is a complete injustice!
When receiving the diplomatic envoys, I dared not be careless at all.
We have always provided the highest standards of reception. How could we possibly retaliate intentionally as they claim?
Please Your Majesty, please take a closer look!"
The members of the delegation were furious and shouted loudly, "This is complete nonsense! The accommodation we have in the inn is just some old wooden beds, tables, chairs and benches.
There wasn't even any bedding on the bed.
The living conditions here are worse than those of ordinary people.
In addition, the food costs money. Not only is the quantity small and not filling, but the price is also very high.
Is this how the great Dayuan receives the diplomatic corps?"
Li Xuantian frowned: "Li Ye, is that really the case?"
Li Ye replied seriously, "To answer your father's question, this is all a misunderstanding.
All my actions are for the purpose of uniting the people.
I had all the bedding taken away, leaving only the plank bed.
It's because they live on the grassland all year round and usually can't even sleep in a bed.
At night, they slept directly on the ground, and at most they would cover themselves with sheepskin to keep warm.
It is well known that people who often sleep on hard surfaces will easily wake up with back pain the next day when they suddenly sleep on a soft bed, which is very uncomfortable.
If you don't sleep well at night, you will have no energy the next day.
Only sleeping on a plank bed can better suit their previous living habits and allow them to sleep soundly at night."
After listening to Li Ye's nonsense, some officials couldn't help laughing.
Although it is a bit nonsense, it also makes some sense.
This really ruined the popularity of the barbarian delegation.
This is the first time I've seen someone so shameless. He was just trying to trick them and still said it was for their own good.
Officials who supported Li Ye immediately rushed to say, "I think what Your Highness said makes sense.
The living habits of the barbarians are completely different from those of our Dayuan clan, and should not be viewed from our perspective.
Your Highness's argument is well-reasoned and he is sympathetic to the other party, which is truly commendable."
"Your Majesty has a discerning eye. Choosing His Royal Highness the Sixth Prince to receive the diplomatic corps was indeed the right choice.
No wonder the people in the previous delegation were so bad-tempered. It turned out they were not used to sleeping on soft beds.
I didn’t sleep well all night and was in a bad mood.”
"That makes sense. It seems we should all do things according to Your Highness's way from now on.
We should consider the other party."
"Nonsense! Who would want to sleep on a hard, broken bed if there were soft bedding?"
The members of the delegation finally couldn't stand it anymore and directly refuted it.
Li Ye said, "Don't rush to argue, there are some things you may not even know about.
I have some knowledge of medicine. If the bed board is too soft, it will only do harm to the body.
If you don't believe me, you can buy a few more quilts before you go.
I'm sure my back will ache after a good night's sleep."
"Okay, okay, I won't argue with you about this! We brought our own sheepskins, and we can sleep comfortably on the bed.
But can you explain why the food is so expensive and the quantity is so small?"
The barbarians were almost furious.
Li Ye continued to answer, "In order to make the food suit your appetite, we transported live sheep from the grassland thousands of miles away.
I cooked it for you according to the grassland method, but you didn't want to eat it.
You have to eat the food here.
Since you have to pay for the dishes you order, it is only natural.
As for your comment that the food is too expensive, that is really unfair.
First of all, you are a delegation coming here for negotiations, and you are very distinguished guests.
How can I treat you with ordinary food?
It has to be the best.
All the officials present should know that a table of top-notch food costing a few thousand taels of silver is actually not expensive at all.
Many people spend more than this amount on a feast.
How can you say that I am cheating you?
As for how much you charge when you dine at other places, that is decided by the restaurant and has nothing to do with us.
If you think the price is too high, you can simply not buy it.
I promise that even if you stay in an inn, all your living expenses will be well protected.
There’s really no need to spend all that money!”
Li Ye made a series of twisted arguments, and suddenly no one could find fault with him.
After all, they didn't know what kind of food was being served to the delegation.
If it is really a good dish, the price will be very expensive.
After all, for the powerful and wealthy, fine clothes and delicious food are the norm.
What's more, no matter what conflicts there are in private in the court, they must unite to deal with the enemy country at this time.
The delegation was extremely angry.
But he had no way to deal with Li Ye.
Wushuang frowned, only then did he realize that Li Ye had already made sufficient preparations and was not afraid of the other party complaining.
The official leading the delegation was so angry that he trembled all over and accused Li Ye, saying, "Okay, okay, I won't argue with you about this.
However, our delegation prepared a gift for Dayuan.
I heard that the Dayuan Dynasty is full of talented people, so we brought the barbarian tribe’s best warrior.
I want to experience your strength.
Do you have the courage to show contempt to us warriors?"
As he spoke, his face was full of pride as he glanced at the officials in the court.
His expression was extremely arrogant.
The officials of Dayuan were very angry.
"How ridiculous! Are you here to negotiate or to provoke?"
"Haha, there's nothing wrong with negotiating! But I'd like to take this opportunity to compete.
If you can win, please ask Dayuan to agree to one condition.
Of course, if you feel there is no chance of winning, just admit defeat."
The barbarian envoy said.
"This is sheer nonsense. My Dayuan Dynasty is full of talented people. How could we lose to you?
What if you lose? "
"Even if our Warriors lose, we will still agree to your conditions.
But our Barbarian Tribe's number one warrior will never lose."
Li Ye listened to their conversation and then he remembered that there was a very strong man in the delegation.
Not only is he strong and powerful, but his arms alone are thicker than other people's thighs. You can tell at a glance that he is extremely powerful.
It seems that they have been prepared to use this method to provoke.
The Great Source Root could not refuse.
But they dare to challenge, they must be confident enough.
"I agree!" As Li Ye expected, Li Xuantian agreed without hesitation.
All the ministers began to whisper and discuss who should go to battle.
"Your Majesty, I recommend someone who will definitely win!" Li Ye spoke first.
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